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Dancers perform during the National Day celebrations in front of the presidential building in Taipei, Taiwan, on Thursday 10 October 2024.

Video. Taiwan celebrates National Day amid tensions with China

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Taiwan's National Day saw President Lai reaffirm Taiwan's sovereignty and call for peace, with celebrations focused on speeches and performances amid rising tensions with China.

Taiwan celebrated its National Day amid rising tensions with China, which claims the island as its own.

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President Lai Ching-te says China has no right to represent Taiwan. He urged China to take on its global responsibilities and work with Taiwan to promote regional and global peace, security, and prosperity.

The day was marked by speeches and performances, with no heavy military presence.

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